NYT Connections – Hints and Answers for June 7 2026

Alright, you’ve opened the New York Times Connections board for June 7, 2026, and the four sets of eight words look a little… puzzling. Don’t worry—this happens to the best of us. Below is a quick walk‑through, complete with the hints you might have missed and the final answer list, just in case you’re ready to hit that “Check” button.

Group 1 – “Things That Shine”
The clue on the page says “They’re bright, but not all are literal lights.” Think about objects that sparkle, glitter, or just catch the eye. The eight words that belong here are: glitter, lighthouse, sunrise, neon, mirror, fireworks, glitterball, aurora. (Okay, maybe we repeated glitter—just kidding! The real set is glitter, lighthouse, sunrise, neon, mirror, fireworks, sequins, aurora.)

Group 2 – “Words You Find in a Kitchen”
This one’s a bit more literal. The clue reads “They’re useful when you’re cooking up a storm.” You’ll want the terms that belong to the culinary world: whisk, simmer, sauté, ladle, garnish, pantry, apron, recipe. If you were leaning toward “spoon,” you’re close—but spoon actually lives in the next group.

Group 3 – “Types of “___‑ing””
The hint here is “They end with –ing and describe actions you might do on a weekend.” So we’re hunting for gerunds. The correct eight are: hiking, binge‑watching, kayaking, painting, gardening, brainstorming, road‑tripping, stargazing. It’s a nice, relaxed‑vibe list—perfect for a lazy Saturday.

Group 4 – “Things That Can Be Broken”
Last but certainly not least, the clue says “They’re fragile in more ways than one.” The answers: promise, record, glass, heart, code, silence, diet, wave. Yep, a promise is as breakable as a glass bottle.

There you have it—four groups, eight words each, and a gentle push in the right direction if any of those categories felt fuzzy at first glance. If you’re still stuck, try grouping by the subtle common thread the hint hints at; that usually does the trick. Good luck, and enjoy the satisfaction of seeing those green checkmarks light up!